Tour of The Real Hidden Venice
Overview
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2 hours
Mobile ticket
Discover the real Secret Venice on a special walking tour with a native Venetian tour leader!
The experience to live the uniqueness of the most authentic local districts.
From Cannaregio, admiring its small canals and millenary legends, the tour will take you back in 1400s, learning the tales of the Venetian Republic, full of secrets and mysteries.
During this exciting walk you will breathe a 100% local atmosphere, out of the beaten tracks, to admire the real life of Venice with its locals and crafts.
The experience will arrive up to Rialto bridge where your guide will show the old trade center from completely a different perspective!
Stories, Legends and Secrets.. from the Venetian eyes!
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children must be accompanied by an adult
On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it
For the Group tour: Make sure to check out the meeting point in advance. In front of Hotel Antiche Figure. Venezia Santa Lucia Train Station Area. If something is not clear let us know immediately during the booking procedure.
What To Expect
Ponte degli Scalzi
Admire the city from the bridge.
Learn the funny story of this "campo"
Options
Private Tour + Murano Glass
Hidden Venice + Murano Glass : The private experience includes the Hidden Venice walking tour + the exclusive Murano Glass factory visit. Duration: 3 hours: 2 hours Hidden Venice walking tour + 1 hour Murano Glass Factory visit (possible to extend your time at the Glass factory) Water Taxi: Transportation from Venice to Murano and return by Water Taxi
Private Tour
Private Guide: Get to know the real Venice with your private Venetian guide!
English - Group Tour
Language: English
What‘s Included
2 hours walking tour
Native Venetian Local Expert - Tour Leader
Local taxes
Pickup in front of Hotel Antiche Figure (read carefully the booking info)
1 City Map per person
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
2,169 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Enjoyable and excellent.
Judi D,Jun 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent. Our tour guide Mateo was very knowledgeable and made the tour interesting and enjoyable. We saw lots of different areas and now know the history of Venice!
Great experience
madelanes,Jun 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Massimo is a fantastic and personable guide w incredible knowledge.
Fantastic walking tour in Venice. Got to learn a lot of Venice history, from its beginnings to its recent history!
U3588NSmanuell,Jun 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Mihaela was a fantastic tour guide - knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and proud of her city, and so friendly. We got to learn so much about Venice’s history, architecture, and places favored by locals. I strongly recommend this tour, especially the first few days in the city!
Highly recommend!
Katie T,Jun 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a great experience and learned a lot. Our tour guide was friendly and welcoming. She was very knowledgeable and answered all our questions. Highly recommend.
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Marla V,Jun 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide was great! He showed us around Venice and also answered our questions. I would do this tour again.
Mikela was very engaging,...
nancy e,Jun 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Mikela was very engaging, knowledgeable and warm. She made the tour fun, informative and lively. She even recommended a gluten free restaurant at the end that turned out to be close by and fantastic. Time and money well spent :)
Won’t be disappointed
122mistera,Jun 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00So interesting with tour guide Michaela
Tour guide was nice and...
Matt D,Jun 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Tour guide was nice and knowledgeable and happy to answer any random questions we had. It was nice to get out of the main tourist attractions.
Definitely recommend!
Julie E,Jun 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had spent several days in Venice so I was wondering if this would hold anything new. The tour guide was great! He shared so much information we otherwise wouldn't have known. Even for the places we had previously visited, the information made it worth visiting again. I especially liked learning about the Jewish Ghetto area and memorial. I definitely recommend this tour!
A great change of pace from the typical Venice spots!
Scott M,Jun 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour takes you to places you probably wouldn't find on your own. Especially if this is your first time there! Even the tour guide described it as a change of pace from the Disneyland that the Grand Canal typically offers. Even if you're just looking to find a place that doesn't have crowds and offers a nice, peaceful walk, this is a great option! We went from shoulder to shoulder crowds to walking a street that didn't have anyone on it. Highly recommend if you want a change of pace!
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